3.5.8 UPnP

UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) is a distributed, open networking standard that uses TCP/IP for simple peer-to-peer network connectivity between devices. An UPnP device can dynamically join a network, obtain an IP address, convey its capabilities and learn about other devices on the network. In turn, a device can leave a network smoothly an automatically when it is no longer in use. UPnP broadcasts are only allowed on the LAN.

How do I know if I'm using UPnP?

UPnP hardware is identified as an icon in the Network Connections folder (in Windows XP & Windows ME). Each UPnP-compatible device that is installed on your network will appear as a separate icon.

The UPnP settings can be viewed in the left navigation bar. The following are the options available under UPnP, show as below.

zSettings

3.5.8.1 Settings

To enable or disable the UPnP settings, click on the Settings link in the left navigation bar, show as below.

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